If your teacher gives you the problem card:

1. Silently read your card and think about what information you need to answer the question.
2. Ask your partner for the specific information that you need. “Can you tell me _____?”

3. Explain to your partner how you are using the information to solve the problem. “I need to know _____ because _____”

   Continue to ask questions until you have enough information to solve the problem.

4. Once you have enough information, share the problem card with your partner, and solve the problem independently.
5. Read the data card, and discuss your reasoning.

If your teacher gives you the data card:

1. Silently read your card. Wait for your partner to ask for information. 
2. Before telling your partner any information, ask, “Why do you need to know ?” 

3. Listen to your partner’s reasoning, and ask clarifying questions. Give only information that is on your card. Do not figure out anything for your partner!

   These steps may be repeated.

4. Once your partner has enough information to solve the problem, read the problem card, and solve the problem independently.
5. Share the data card, and discuss your reasoning.